Tuesday, January 21, 2014

An Indiana Master Naturalist course being offered at Ouabache State Park
is an opportunity for participants to learn about nature and share
their newfound knowledge with others.

The class runs March 5 through May 7 on Wednesdays from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
It’s hosted by Friends of Ouabache State Park, Ouabache State Park and
Wells County Purdue Extension.

The Indiana Master Naturalist Program (IMNP) is an educational/volunteer
program developed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and
Purdue University Extension. The program offers adult learners hands-on
educational opportunities from experts in natural resources. A service
element required for certification as a master naturalist fosters
volunteering in communities.

Myra Myrtle, President of the Friends of Ouabache State Park, said she
hopes graduates of the Ouabache class will use their newly learned
skills by volunteering for the park and the Friends group.

Class size is limited to 30 students. The fee for the class is $75.
Participants must register by Feb. 11. To register or for more
information, call Jody Heaston, DNR State Parks & Reservoirs
volunteer coordinator, at jheaston@dnr.IN.gov or (260) 437-8650, or visit Ouabache State Park.